General English (GE)
Course Overview
The General English course offered by EnglishWise is a comprehensive and in-depth language program designed to support students in mastering English for everyday communication and foundational academic purposes. It spans six proficiency levels: Beginner, Elementary, Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate, Upper-Intermediate, and Advanced.
The course aligns with the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) and focuses on enhancing the four macro skills: Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking, along with vocabulary and grammar. Students engage in communicative, real-life contexts, developing abilities directly applicable to personal and academic use.
Aiming to improve general English fluency, the course provides a supportive environment encouraging pathways into other academic programs such as EAP and vocational education.
Course Status: The GE course is an award-winning program. Upon finishing a level, students receive a Certificate of Completion and a level descriptor aligned with CEFR.
Course Details
| Duration | 72 weeks |
| Study Period | 60 weeks (10 weeks per level × 6 levels) |
| Breaks | 2-week study breaks between each level |
| Holidays | 2-week Christmas/New Year break |
Course Content
General English Language Skills
- Building vocabulary through context and usage
- Grammar development following a structured progression
- Reading texts from various genres and levels
- Writing for different purposes (emails, narratives, opinion pieces)
- Listening to dialogues, monologues, and multimedia content
- Speaking in structured and spontaneous formats (dialogues, presentations, discussions)
Assessment Tasks Include
- Grammar and vocabulary quizzes
- Reading comprehension exercises
- Writing assignments (paragraphs, letters, short essays)
- Listening tasks
- Oral presentations and role-plays
Weekly Themes
- Each week, we delve into a new topic-based unit (e.g., travel, culture, health, education), which not only broadens your knowledge but also integrates vocabulary, grammar, and skills per theme, making your learning experience more comprehensive and engaging.
- Integration of vocabulary, grammar, and skills per theme
Assessment Methods
Formative Assessments
- Weekly tasks focusing on different skills
- Classroom activities and participation
- Continuous feedback is recorded in the Academic Progress Record (APR)
Summative Assessments
- Conducted at the end of each 10-week level
- Assess all four macro skills.
- Graded using internal rubrics aligned with CEFR standards
Entry Requirements
| Age | 18 years or older |
| Education | No prior qualifications required |
| Language Placement Test | Mandatory placement test to determine initial level |
Mode of Study
- In-person, classroom-based learning
- Supplemented with self-directed study and out-of-class activities (e.g., library tasks)
Weekly Study Hours
- 20–22 contact hours per week
Holidays
- 2-week Christmas/New Year break
- A 2-week study break between each level.
Indicative Scores for Placement
- Determined through the EnglishWise placement test
- Students are placed into levels that match their proficiency.
Course Schedule
| Commencement | Every Monday |
| Breaks | Fixed holiday and study break periods |
Course Fees
| Tuition fee | $380 per week |
| Compulsory non-tuition fee | $200 enrolment fee $20/week material cost |
Assessments and Grading
- Formative: Weekly to guide learning and track progress
- Summative: Every 10 weeks to determine readiness to advance to the next level
How to Enrol
- Take the EnglishWise placement test.
- Get assessed and placed at the appropriate level.
- Register and start attending classes.
Start Your Journey Today!
EnglishWise is devoted to giving you professional coaching and systematic training to get the highest result in the PTE or IELTS exam. If you are going to sit for one or both tests, then without a doubt, this course covers all that you need to know. Contact us to find out how we can assist you in achieving your purpose!
